Burping

Become a burping wizard. No matter how good you are at bottlefeeding, baby will get some air and need a burp. Don't fall into the rut of Helpless Dad and hand her over to Mum. It's all in the fingertips.

Try a gentle, circling motion on baby's back. Have a burping cloth or old nappy or towel ready on your shoulder. Say encouraging things. (Now's not the time for designer clothes – no Hugo Boss please!). Grab your least favourite shirt and let the splotching begin.  

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